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EXPLAINER: What you need to know about City Clock Kenya

Towering, four-sided, and often solar-powered, these structures are iconic symbols of civic pride.

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by Allan Kisia

News28 August 2025 - 15:36
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A public timepiece owned by City Clock Kenya/FILE

In nearly every major Kenyan town, from Nairobi’s bustling roundabouts to the serene streets of Nyeri, one common feature quietly marks the passage of time: the city clock.

Towering, four-sided, and often solar-powered, these structures are not only timekeepers but also iconic symbols of civic pride, commercial platforms, and pieces of living history.

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